“Bill was very fortunate,” Jay said. Bill withdrew from the Genesis Open and plans to return home to recover from the crash.

Following Bill’s release from the hospital, the PGA Tour released a statement addressing the accident and updating fans.

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“While Bill escaped serious injuries and has been released from the hospital, he is understandably shaken up and — more importantly — his deepest condolences go out to the host family during this tragic and difficult time,” the statement said.

Police are still reviewing surveillance footage of the crash to determine the cause.

“[Bill] appreciates the support of friends, family and the golf world as a whole, and he has asked for privacy as he processes what has happened,” the PGA’s statement concluded.

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